Alyana
Girl name · 17 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Alyana: 17 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 8 births in 2024.
Alyana is a name of multiple origins, most commonly arising as a modern variant of Alana, which itself derives from the Old Irish word "ailín" meaning "little rock" or "harmony." It also shares roots with the Hawaiian name Alana, meaning "awakening" or "precious." While there are no widely known historical figures named Alyana, the name has gained popularity in Scotland through its melodic sound and connection to the simpler Alana. The name’s similarity to the Scottish Gaelic "àlainn," meaning "beautiful" or "lovely," adds a distinctly Scottish resonance, making it feel both modern and rooted. This phonetic coincidence may explain its quiet but steady presence in Scottish birth records since the early 2000s.
Girl 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20248 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #5395 babies
- Total births
- 17since 2022
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y